Introduction
An ancient cursed map shows hidden, forbidden places that tourists should never visit (because of ghosts, dangerous terrain, dangerous people, tourist traps, cultural taboos).
Task
Mission for Students:
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Design a “Cursed Travel Leaflet” warning reckless tourists with humor using Canva.
Process
Mission for Students:
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Pick a country and find real “dangerous” or “off-limits” places (or myths).
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Research why these places are problematic for tourists.
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Design a “Cursed Travel Leaflet” warning reckless tourists with humor using Canva.
Evaluation
| Category | Excellent (4) | Good (3) | Needs Improvement (2) | Incomplete (1) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Research & Content | Leaflet includes 2+ real places with clear and accurate explanations of danger (e.g. history, myths, culture, terrain). | Leaflet includes 1–2 places with mostly accurate info. | Places are vague or research is shallow. | Little or no research shown. |
| Creativity & Humor | Highly creative! Leaflet is full of clever warnings, funny advice, and unique ideas. | Some humor and creativity are present. | A few fun elements, but mostly serious or dry. | Lacks humor or original thinking. |
| Language Use (English) | Excellent grammar, clear warnings, fun vocabulary (e.g. “Beware of angry goats!”). | Some grammar mistakes, but meaning is clear. | Many errors that make it hard to understand. | Very hard to read or mostly untranslated. |
| Visual Design (Canva) | Design is visually attractive, organized, includes images, icons, and easy-to-read text. | Design is neat, with a few visuals and readable layout. | Some effort in design, but layout is confusing or messy. | Low effort or not completed in Canva. |
| Presentation / Sharing | Confident and entertaining presentation; engages classmates. | Clear presentation with good effort. | Quiet, rushed or unclear sharing. | No presentation or just read without effort. |
Total Points: /20
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18–20: Cursed Travel Pro!
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14–17: Cautionary Guide-in-Training
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10–13: Lost Tourist
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Below 10: Victim of the Curse!
Conclusion
Good luck!